# Research Scientist, Life Sciences (Computational Chemistry) at Anthropic

- Company: Anthropic
- What the company does: Anthropic is an AI safety and research company that's working to build reliable, interpretable, and steerable AI systems. Backed by Accel, Bessemer and General Catalyst.
- Company website: https://www.anthropic.com/
- Type: Startups (AI role)
- Level: Mid level
- Location: San Francisco, CA
- Work setup: On-site
- Posted: 2026-10-25
- Apply by: 2026-12-09
- Apply: https://job-boards.greenhouse.io/anthropic/jobs/5461863008?utm_source=1752vc&utm_medium=careers
- Page: https://www.1752.vc/careers/jobs/anthropic-research-scientist-life-sciences-computational-chemistry/

## About the role

Anthropic's Life Sciences team is building a research group focused on biological discoveries by combining AI with hands-on biological research. We're seeking a research scientist who combines deep chemistry knowledge with machine learning expertise to join the team. Our goal is to speed up progress in the life sciences by an order of magnitude, and this role puts that mission into practice. Found on 1752vc Careers, the job board for startup and VC roles.

## What they're looking for

- PhD in chemistry, computational chemistry, or a related field
- Deep knowledge of organic and medicinal chemistry, including reactions, synthesis, and SAR, with experimental data as your ground truth
- Strong Python skills and solid machine learning fundamentals, with hands-on experience training and evaluating models
- Comfort navigating ambiguity and defining problems in a rapidly evolving research environment
- Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across cross-functional teams, with strong written and verbal communication skills

Tags: AI Research & Engineering

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